Icloud encountered an error

When I try to log into iCloud on my MacBook Pro I get an error message "iCloud encountered an error while trying to connect to the server".  This happens using Safari, Firefox and Chrome.  I can, however, log in if I use a VPN connection.  Also, if I use VMware Fusion I can log in with no problem with Windows Internet Explorer.  A windows computer that I have also has no problem logging in using the same network connection.
Any ideas?

I'm a Brit spending time in Japan and China so I use a VPN for accessing UK TV programmes.

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